Authenticate to the Contacts API using either OAuth 2.0 or an API key, with the required scope: contacts.readonly. Ensure your GHL account grants access to contact data.
In Zapier, securely connect your GHL account by selecting the Contacts API service and entering the credentials from your GHL developer console. Use OAuth when available for automatic token refresh.
GET /contacts/:contactId — Retrieve a single contact GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks — List tasks for a contact GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — Get a specific task for a contact GET /contacts/:contactId/notes — List notes for a contact GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id — Get a specific note GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments — Get appointments for a contact GET /contacts/ — List all contacts GET /contacts/business/:businessId — Get a contact by business ID contacts.write — Access to write-only operations (scope) POST /contacts/ — Create a contact PUT /contacts/:contactId — Update a contact DELETE /contacts/:contactId — Delete a contact POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks — Create a task for a contact PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — Update a task PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed — Mark a task as completed DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId — Delete a task POST /contacts/:contactId/tags — Tag a contact
Trigger: When a new contact is added in GHL or when an existing contact is updated
Actions: Create a task, add notes, update fields, and push data to downstream apps like a CRM or email tool
GET /contacts/:contactId and GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks
Required: contactId; Key fields include contactId, taskId for related data
Trigger: Contact updated in GHL
Actions: PUT /contacts/:contactId to update; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to create tasks; POST /contacts/:contactId/notes to add notes
PUT /contacts/:contactId; POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks; POST /contacts/:contactId/notes
contactId, taskId, notes
Trigger: New notes or appointments are added for a contact
Actions: POST /contacts/:contactId/notes; GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments; optionally sync to a calendar tool
POST /contacts/:contactId/notes; GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments
contactId, notes, appointmentId
Automate complex workflows without writing code, using triggers, actions, and filters in Zapier
Keep contact data synchronized across systems in real time with minimal setup
Reuse secure credentials and centralized error handling within Zapier
Key elements include endpoints, authentication, triggers, actions, and data mapping; processes cover building, testing, and deploying automations between GHL and the Zapier App Connector.
A specific URL path used to perform an operation against GHL or the integration app.
The method used to verify identity and permissions for API requests (OAuth 2.0, API keys).
An event in GHL that starts a Zapier workflow (e.g., new or updated contact).
A callback URL used to receive real-time data from an app when events occur.
Automatically create a welcome task and a note when a new contact is added in Agile CRM via the Contacts API, and push a welcome email flag to your marketing tool.
Synchronize contact details, notes, and tasks to your analytics or BI tool for comprehensive insights.
Trigger automations when a contact moves stages, such as lead to customer, to automate follow-ups.
Register for API access in GHL and generate an API key or OAuth client; save securely.
Choose needed endpoints (example: GET /contacts/:contactId, POST /contacts/) and map data fields.
Test triggers and actions in Zapier, then deploy to production with error handling and monitoring.
The Contacts API provides programmatic access to contact data in GHL. It enables reading, creating, updating, and deleting contacts, along with associated tasks, notes, and appointments. Use it to automate contact workflows from your apps and automation platforms. You can start by generating API credentials in GHL and selecting the appropriate scope (e.g., contacts.readonly) for read operations; for write operations use the corresponding scopes.
Endpoints include: GET /contacts/:contactId to fetch a contact, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks to list tasks, POST /contacts/ to create a contact, PUT /contacts/:contactId to update, and POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks to create tasks. You can combine multiple endpoints in a Zap to build end-to-end flows. Refer to your API docs for the complete list and required parameters.
Use OAuth 2.0 where supported and API keys otherwise. In Zapier, create a connection to GHL by providing client credentials and authorizing the app. The app will manage token refresh and secure storage for you. Make sure the app has the necessary scopes (e.g., contacts.readonly).
Yes. You can read and write tasks, notes, and appointments using the matching endpoints. For example, POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks creates a new task, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes fetches notes, and GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments retrieves scheduled items.
No heavy coding is required. The Zapier App Connector provides a no-code interface to map fields, set triggers, and chain actions between GHL and other apps.
Rate limits depend on your GHL plan and endpoint type. Plan for retry logic in Zapier and handle backoff in your automations.
API docs are available in the GHL developer portal and in Zapier’s integration docs. For support, use the official support channels or contact Rankr’s help desk.
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